LockBit 3.0 Ransomware Attack on Manjilas Double Horse
Incident Date:
May 9, 2024
Overview
Title
LockBit 3.0 Ransomware Attack on Manjilas Double Horse
Victim
Manjilas Double Horse
Attacker
Lockbit3
Location
First Reported
May 9, 2024
Ransomware Attack on Manjilas Double Horse by LockBit 3.0
Victim Profile
Manjilas Double Horse, founded in 1959 as a rice milling company, has evolved into a premium quality food brand offering a wide array of products. Based in Thrissur, Kerala, India, the company has an annual revenue of $5 million and employs 217 people.
Company Overview
Double Horse specializes in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) such as premium rice, instant mixes, health items, and culinary pastes. Their commitment to quality and healthy eating habits sets them apart in the industry.
Attack Details
The ransomware attack on Manjilas Double Horse by LockBit 3.0 resulted in a data leak on their website. The attackers, known for encrypting files, modifying filenames, and dropping ransom notes, have a reputation for being highly obfuscated and difficult to analyze.
Vulnerabilities
The company's online presence and e-commerce operations may have made them a target for threat actors like LockBit 3.0. The company's valuable customer data and financial transactions could have been at risk due to the ransomware attack.
LockBit May Attacks
The ransomware group's quick resurgence in the May 2024 attacks following Operation Cronos showcases the group's resilience and adaptability. Despite law enforcement efforts to disrupt their infrastructure, LockBit swiftly returned to target over 50 victims across various sectors and countries. The attacks highlight the need for enhanced international cooperation and proactive cybersecurity measures to combat the persistent threat posed by ransomware groups like LockBit 3.0.
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